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The feds want your opinion on climate change and 401(k)s

Business Management Daily

The Employee Benefits Security Administration has had an on-again, off-again approach to whether employers can allow 401(k) investment choices to promote social, environmental, or other public policy causes—called economically targeted investments or sometimes environmental, social, or governance investing.

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Roth vs Traditional 401K – Which is Best?

Stratus.HR

Did you know your 401K account offers two distinct ways to save? Knowing which one to use depends on whether it makes more sense for you to delay paying taxes on your savings until retirement (Traditional) or paying them today (Roth). Traditional 401K. A Traditional 401K is sometimes referred to as the pre-tax option.

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Ten Upsides of Inflation

Money Talk

Not surprisingly, much of the news was negative; e.g., soaring prices for food, gas, utilities, cars, insurance, and more. Increased Savings Contribution Limits - Maximum limits for employer retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s) and IRAs are pegged to inflation. in June and a still-high 6.5% CPI at year-end.

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Financial Planning Tips for Older Women

Money Talk

About 90% of women will need to manage money alone at some point in their lives. ¨ “Through Retirement” Goals- Working age women often focus on “to retirement” goals (e.g., saving for later life in an IRA or 401(k) plan) while older women need “through retirement” goals. 401(k)s), tax-deferred accounts (e.g.,

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4 changes that SECURE 2.0 already made to your retirement plans

Business Management Daily

The law is nothing short of a detailed overhaul of employer retirement savings plans. Sutton of Strategic Retirement Partners (aka “The 401k Lady”) said the new rules came out before employers and the industry were ready. brings to your retirement plans in 2023. since it was signed at the end of 2022.

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SECURE 2.0 Brings Significant Changes for 403(b) Plans

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

IRS regulations have established standards for plans to approve financial hardships and a safe harbor for six types of hardships automatically considered to create an immediate and heavy need. Historically, the Code restricted 403(b) plans more than 401(k) plans in terms of the contributions and earnings available for hardship withdrawal.

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Simplifying Your Financial Life

Money Talk

Below are 13 time-saving financial management strategies: Automate Everything You Can - Consider automated bill-paying for insurance premiums and utility service (e.g., Invest Automatically at Work - Participate in a tax-deferred employer retirement plan (e.g. 401(k), 403(b), 457, or TSP).

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